When you call a pest control company to service your home, there may be some questions about what exactly the technician does while there. There are several factors that determine this. The type of service plays a large part in what is done. If the service is an inspection, there are
certain things that will be done. If it is to eradicate an infestation, then what is done is determined by the type of pest present. A preventative maintenance service requires yet another set of actions.

Pest Inspection or Consultation

When you call for a consultation or inspection, the pest control professional will arrive at your home and spend a little time asking you some questions about any pest activity that you’ve seen in or around your home. They may ask you about your lifestyle and habits, if you have pets, and other questions that will give them a better idea of what possible pest issues you could be dealing with.

A visual inspection will also be done as the technician walks around your property and possibly in your home. They will check crawlspaces, basements, attics, garages, and other areas in and around your home. You may see them using a variety of tools including flashlights, mirrors, brooms, even a stethoscope.

Pest Control and Infestation Eradication

When the technician comes to your home to help you get rid of an infestation, the type of pest will often determine what they will do. For instance, some technicians will carry a shop vac when they are treating a roach or flea infestation. They will vacuum up all of the visible insects and then treat the area for the pest and eggs that you don’t see. They will usually apply a product that kills on contact or one that renders existing insects sterile so they cannot reproduce.

During any pest control visit, the technician may ask you to pull things out of your cabinets and drawers (this is common when treating roaches) and they may pull out your appliances so they can apply product behind them.

Preventive Pest Services

Once infestations are under control, you may opt for preventive pest services. Depending on the type of service you choose, the visit could involve applying product in and around your home or it could mean simply applying a barrier product to the outside of your home. They may also do an inspection to ensure that there are no new areas around your home where pests can gain access. This type of service is highly recommended since it helps you keep your home pest free.

If you have a pest problem or would like to speak to one of our pest professionals, call Preventive Pest Control today and speak with a member of our friendly staff. We are your home protection specialists in the Houston area and we are here to serve you.